Page 6 - Best gastroenterologists: TOP 205 doctors

WHO expert in pediatric digestive health – Dr. Reif leads Hadassah's Pediatric Department and develops global treatment protocols.

• 34 years of experience specializing in pediatric liver and GI conditions
• Developed a patented US treatment for non-malignant liver diseases
• Published 50+ research articles on childhood digestive disorders
• Fellowship-trained at Women & Children's Hospital of Buffalo

Professor Rifaat Safadi leads the liver disease unit at Hadassah Medical Center – a pioneer in liver fibrosis research.

• Specializes in advanced liver disease treatments
• Recipient of multiple awards for liver fibrosis research
• Member of international liver study associations
• Author of numerous medical journal articles
• Head of liver disease unit at Hadassah

Director of Gastroenterology at German Oncology Centre – Dr. Giannakakis combines pathology and gastroenterology expertise for precise diagnostics and treatment.

• 23 years of experience of clinical experience in gastroenterology
• Double specialization in pathology and gastroenterology
• Former Deputy Director at Kreiskliniken Darmstadt-Dieburg Hospital
• Expert in advanced endoscopic procedures
• Trained at University of Giessen's renowned medical program

Prof. Nihat Okcu has published 23+ research papers on gastrointestinal conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Specializes in complex cases like Helicobacter pylori-related conditions
• Expert in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and laparoscopic techniques
• Over 27 years of experience of experience in gastroenterology
• Professor at Medipol University, training future specialists

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Omer Ozutemiz specializes in advanced endoscopic treatments for digestive disorders, with over 47 years of experience of experience at Ege University.

• Expert in ERCP and balloon stent applications
• Specializes in complex cases like Crohn's disease and pancreatitis
• Professor at Ege University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs endoscopic treatments for digestive system strictures and polyps

Professor Kyu Taek Lee is a top gastroenterologist specializing in pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder cancers at Samsung Medical Center.

• Trained at prestigious institutions including Stanford University School of Medicine
• Member of The Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
• Expertise in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy techniques

Prof. Selin Kapan brings 31 years of experience of expertise in gastroenterology and general surgery, with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.

• Specializes in laparoscopic procedures for hepatic and splenic conditions
• Member of Turkish Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery Association
• Extensive research published in Digestive Surgery and Hernia journals
• Currently practices at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı

Prof. Jong Kyun Lee is among the best gastroenterologists in South Korea and Asia, specializing in pancreatic, bile duct, and gallbladder conditions.

• Trained at Seoul National University College of Medicine and University of California
• Member of Korean Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and other prestigious organizations
• Specializes in pancreatic diseases, pancreatitis, and complex gallstone cases

Professor Prager has performed over 3,000 bariatric operations and presides over Europe's leading metabolic surgery society.

• Head of the Obesity Outpatient Clinic at Vienna General Hospital
• Leads the Metabolic Surgery Center at Confraternitaet Private Hospital
• Member of multiple international surgical societies, including the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery
• Specializes in all kinds of bariatric surgery for obesity treatment

Honor graduate from Hacettepe University – Turkey's top nutrition program – specializing in dietary management for chronic digestive diseases.

• Expert in post-bariatric surgery and diabetes nutrition
• Conducted key research on obesity and insulin resistance
• Worked in oncology, pediatric, and adult nutrition at leading hospitals
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

Dr. Fernando Azpiroz has 44 years of experience specializing in functional gastrointestinal disorders, with research focused on gut motility and visceral sensitivity.

• Trained at Mayo Clinic's Gastrointestinal Research Unit
• Past president of the European Society of Neurogastroenterology
• Recipient of Janssen Award for Clinical Research in Digestive Diseases
• Focuses on intestinal gas dynamics and gut-brain interactions

Dr. César Lévano Linares is a specialist in general and digestive surgery. He works at Rey Juan Carlos University Hospital and Fundación Jiménez Díaz University Hospital. He is recognized for his work in laparoscopic colorectal surgery.

He holds a PhD in Medicine and Surgery from the Autonomous University of Madrid. He completed a master’s in colorectal and pelvic floor surgery at the University of Zaragoza. He also holds a diploma in laparoscopic surgery from Louis Pasteur University in Strasbourg. He has European accreditation in laparoscopic surgery (EACCME).

His research covers bilateral retroperitoneal hibernoma and conversion from primary endoluminal endoscopic surgery to laparoscopic gastric bypass.

Professor Trauner leads a specialized Liver Center and researches cholestatic diseases. He treats complex liver and bile duct conditions at Vienna General Hospital.

• 32 years of experience in gastroenterology and hepatology
• Founded the Liver Center at Medical University of Graz
• Head of Gastroenterology at Medical University of Vienna since 2010
• Published research on biliary tract pathologies and fatty liver
• Member of American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases

Prof. Eitan Scapa heads the Gastroenterology and Liver Department at Assaf Harofeh Medical Center, a leading center for digestive health in Israel.

• Over of experience in gastroenterology.
• Developed the 'video tablet' – a pioneering swallowable camera for digestive tract imaging.
• Member of the American and Israel Gastroenterology Associations.
• Author of numerous scientific publications in the field.

Dr. Schoppmann leads the Gastroesophageal Tumor Unit at Vienna's Comprehensive Cancer Center – one of Europe's top oncology hubs.

• Head of Upper-GI-Service at Medical University of Vienna
• Author of over 240 specialized articles on gastric surgery
• Principal Investigator for Upper-GI-Research Group
• General Secretary of Austrian Society of Surgical Oncology

Leading gastroenterologist with 6 Best Abstract Awards – Dr. Ferlitsch specializes in complex liver and gastrointestinal conditions at Döbling Private Hospital.

• Established and managed the hepatic hemodynamics laboratory at Medical University of Vienna
• Head of Internal Medicine I at Hospital of the Barmherzigen Brüder Vienna
• Trained in gastroenterology and hepatology at Vienna General Hospital
• Recipient of the Skoda Prize from Austrian Society for Internal Medicine

1,100+ gastroenterology procedures performed – Dr. Koçak specializes in complex liver and gastrointestinal conditions at Emsey Hospital.

• Over 24 years of experience of experience in internal medicine and gastroenterology
• Expert in advanced endoscopic techniques like chromoendoscopy and polypectomy
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in treating complex gastrointestinal bleeding cases

Dr Ozden Gul specializes in gastrointestinal surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery at Ümran Tıp Merkezi.

• Extensive experience in gallbladder, hernia, and appendicitis surgeries
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Performs laparoscopic procedures for minimal scarring
• Fluent in English for international patients

Performed 1,100+ laparoscopic procedures – Dr. Abu Shamsiya specializes in minimally invasive surgeries at Dievo Surgery Center.

• 27 years of experience of experience in general and oncological surgery
• WHO consultant on laparoscopic surgery techniques
• Holds highest category in surgery with 7 patented techniques
• Head of surgical department at Dievo Surgical Solutions Center